Raleigh breaking news and weather, Raleigh North Carolina news today, WRAL 7-day forecasts, NC lottery updates. WRAL news in Raleigh, NC.

WRAL.com

WINDER, Ga. (AP) -- A shooter at a Georgia high school killed four people and injured at least nine on Wednesday, authorities said, sending students scrambling for shelter in their classrooms -- and eventually to the football stadium -- as officers swarmed the campus and parents raced to find out if their children were safe.

Shooter kills 4 and injures at least 9 at a high school outside Atlanta, officials say

4 killed, 9 injured in Georgia high school shooting

Helicopter video from WSB-TV showed dozens of law enforcement and emergency vehicles surrounding Apalachee High School in Barrow County, about 50 miles northeast of Atlanta.

Look it up: How well did your school do on the spring 2024 state tests?

School lockers 

NC court will hear RFK Jr's request to get off the ballot, with just 1 day left to decide

Election_2024-Kennedy_14708

Man arrested with gun outside Fayetteville elementary school

Police car

'Armed and dangerous': Man on the run after double shooting in Granville County

Andre Stephon Jones

Fullsteam Brewing moving to American Tobacco Campus

Fullsteam Brewing at American Tobacco Campus

Wake's Covid-era learn-from-home freshmen set graduation record

Wakefield High School

WRAL News+

WRAL News+ Live Thumbnail

WRAL WeatherCenter Forecast

Environmental groups are petitioning the EPA to revoke the Department of Environmental Quality's Clean Water Act responsibilities. They argue that recent state legislation has weakened the NC DEQ's ability to effectively manage water pollution and enforce standards for toxic chemicals, leading to increased pollution and risks to public health.

NC DEQ's water authority under fire

Drinking water pollution in NC

An agreement has been reached between the Environmental Justice Community Action Network (EJCAN) and GFL, the owner of North Carolina's largest landfill, addressing decades of pollution and environmental justice concerns in the predominantly Black and Latino neighborhood of Snow Hill in Roseboro.

NC landfill owner to pay for decades of pollution

Sampson County Landfill

A cold front that brought rain and storms to the area has now resulted in a breath of fresh air.

Scattered shower, storm chances to follow early fall feel

Forecast for Wednesday 

But experts caution a return to pre-pandemic test results could take a few more years.

NC school test scores continue bounce-back from pandemic drop

Start of school, classroom generic

The DMV is making changes after 5 On Your Side found a problem affecting tens of thousands of car, truck and SUV registrations. In hundreds of cases, the problem caused people to pay too much in fees.

Check your car registration: 5 On Your Side finds hundreds of drivers paying wrong fees

car registration

The Atlantic hurricane season runs each year from June 1 to Nov. 30. The most active time is late August into October, but it's possible to see a hurricane make landfall any time of the year.

National Hurricane Center monitoring 3 tropical systems in the Atlantic

Odds of tropical development within the next seven days 

Nash County sheriff's deputies recently traveled to Los Angeles to train with the Los Angeles Police Department's SWAT team.

Nash County deputies train with LAPD's SWAT team

Nash County sheriff's deputies recently traveled to Los Angeles to train with the Los Angeles Police Department's SWAT team. Photo courtesy of Nash County Sheriff's Office.

Wake has more than rebounded from COVID-19 learning loss, new data shows, and is still working on others.

'Still have a long way to go': Wake Schools test scores surpass pre-pandemic levels on more tests

Social distance classroom

A man provided WRAL Investigates with a recording of a person saying they helped dismember Blake Deven's body. Avantae Deven is charged with murdering two of her adopted children, Blake Deven and London Deven.

'She made me buy a saw': Recording reveals family member's involvement in Deven murders

Blake Deven and London Deven

Two men had to be airlifted to a hospital after a serious crash Wednesday morning in Southern Pines.

Two men airlifted to hospital after serious crash in Southern Pines

View WRAL's latest top news

MIX 101.5 WRAL-FM

95.7 That Station

99.9 The Fan

We're in the peak of Atlantic hurricane season, but there hasn't been a tropical storm in over two weeks

Ask the Meteorologist: Why have the tropics been so quiet recently?

We're currently in the peak of Atlantic hurricane season

Last month, North Carolina did something enthusiastically that most states have been reluctant to try: It started covering new obesity medicines like Wegovy for its poorest residents as part of its Medicaid program.

North Carolina chose to cover obesity drugs for its poor, but not its own employees

The State That Chose to Cover Obesity Drugs for Its Poor, but Not Its Own Employees

Tour the WRAL Severe Weather Center and meet the meteorologists that work on air and behind the scenes to keep you safe every day. 

Meet the WRAL meteorologists and tour the WRAL Severe Weather Center 

WRAL Severe Weather Center

"To see our beautiful planet truly just changes your perspective on how lucky we are to be alive," Karsen Kitchen said. "If everyone had the chance to see that, the world would be a better place."

'Perseverance really pays off': UNC student makes history as youngest woman in space

Karsen Kitchen describes flying on Blue Origin rocket into space

Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has details about new restaurants opening in the Triangle.

Foodie News: Lawrence Barbecue moving to downtown Cary

Go inside Lawrence BBQ

A man who fell asleep while his Tesla was driving along U.S. Highway 70 has been arrested and charged with drug trafficking.

Man who fell asleep in Tesla while driving on US 70 charged with drug trafficking, multiple felonies

Michael Goodman

Don't Miss It

Molly can be shy at first, she'll be up for endless brushing sessions and belly rubs as soon as she becomes more comfortable with you. She doesn't like loud noises but she loves treats, wet food and snuggling with her BFF Rusty. If you'd like to meet her in person, just fill out an application on the Cat Angels website.

Pet of the Day for Sept. 4, 2024

Molly is the Pet of the Day For Sept. 4, 2024

Man on the run, wanted for two shootings in Granville County

New 911 calls detail 17-year-old's escape from detention center in Granville County

New 911 calls released after 17-year-old escapes custody

State, local leaders discuss conditions of NC bridges

A new report examines the condition, use and funding of North Carolina's bridges. Several state and regional leaders discussed the findings of the report on Wednesday.

Statewide student test scores to be released Wednesday morning

Standardized test

Two airlifted to hospital after car crashes into tree in Southern Pines

Video Central

WRAL 6am News | September 4

6am Newscast Static

WRAL 9am News | September 4

9am Newscast Static

WRAL Noon News | September 3

12pm Newscast Static

WRAL 4pm News | September 3

4pm Newscast Static

WRAL 6pm News | September 3

6pm Newscast Static

WRAL 10pm News | September 3

10pm Newscast Static

Covid-19 cases remain high in North Carolina as kids return to school. Here's how you can keep your family safe

Local News

NC restaurant won't allow customers to wear 'skimpy' clothes. Is that legal?

Remains of Roanoke Rapids World War II Lt. recovered in Germany

Diana Cojocari has left the United States, officials confirm

Man killed in shooting in Cumberland County neighborhood

Job openings shrink to lowest level since January 2021 as labor market cools

Nation/World

The stark contrasts between Harris and Trump are on full display in their preparations for next week's debate

Activists charged with pushing Russian propaganda go on trial in Florida

Texas deputy shot to death on his way to work, police say

Judge denies Trump's request to move criminal case to federal court

The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh makes its 15th annual return Saturday and Sunday.

15th annual African American Cultural Festival returns 

Each year, the African American Culutural Festival draws about 40,000 people.

'Bull Durham, A New Musical' based on 1988 movie about Durham Bulls team to debut in home city

'Bull Durham, A New Musical' 

Perfect snacks for beachy days: What food to bring

The Mediterranean Diet Really Is That Good for You. Hereâs Why.

Celebrate 10 years of the WRAL Voters' Choice Awards this September  

WRAL Votersâ Choice AwardsÂ 

NY-style deli opens in downtown Raleigh's Union Station

Union Station Deli and Catering 

Out & About

Fact check: Vance says consumers are 'better off' under tariffs

Politifact

Fact check: Walz says Trump 'cut overtime benefits for millions of workers'

Fact check: Social media claims NC ballot order shows 'attempt at voter manipulation'

Politifact: Trump's claim about manipulated US job numbers baseless

Fact check: Trump says Biden, Harris got caught 'manipulating job statistics'

Robinson campaign denies claims that he was regular at porn shops decades ago

NC Capitol

Billionaire who helped RFK Jr. get on NC ballot won't back his new effort to get off the ballot

Ready or not, election season in the US is about to start. The first ballots will go out within days

Former President Trump to make stop in Charlotte on Friday

NC test scores on the rebound years after Covid-19 dip

Education

State BOE breaks down standardized test scores, student achievement

Wake's new 'angel fund' will eliminate alternative school meals for kids short on money

Four new schools prompting reassignment proposal in southwestern Wake County next year

UNC will send more alerts, use more clear language when emergencies arise on campus

What you need to know to vote in North Carolina 

WRAL In Depth

Be SMART initiative calls for action on safe gun storage as kids return to school

Raleigh police to partner with mental health facility at center of multiple WRAL investigations

Past due and overbudget: NC's new Medicaid computer system has issues and a whistleblower knew it

NC farmers facing unprecedented struggles amid extreme weather and economic pressures

College football Week 2: NC State's huge opportunity, tough times for ACC powers

WRALSportsFan

NC State remains at No. 24 in AP poll

Holliday: A winning start for UNC, NC State and Duke

Small group dominates ACC's broadcast TV appearances. Should money follow?

UNC QB Max Johnson has second procedure on broken leg, will have 2 years of eligibility left

State Board of Education discusses proposed rule that could permit NIL for high school athletes

HighSchoolOT

NCHSAA 4A East Volleyball Playoff Projection - 2024

NCHSAA 4A West Volleyball Playoff Projection - 2024

No. 3 Ardrey Kell opens non-conference gauntlet with road win at No. 5 Lake Norman

The Starting 22: Best players from week 2 of high school football in NC

Recording of family member admitting to dismembering body of Blake Deven

WRAL Investigates obtained an apparently recorded confession connected to a murder case in Fayetteville. Avantae Deven is charged with murdering two of her adopted children, Blake Deven and London Deven. Only on WRAL at 6 p.m., the story behind the never-before-released recording and what it reveals. 

WRAL Investigates recording of apparent confession connected to Fayetteville double-murder case

Former patients of a mental health facility in Raleigh have expressed concerns about a partnership with the Raleigh Police Department to divert juveniles and adults from hospital emergency departments.

Patients question Raleigh police's partnership with Holly Hill Hospital

Former Holly Hill patients question Raleigh police plan to divert mental health crises to troubled facility

Holly Hill Children's Hospital

Raleigh Police Chief Estella Patterson said she is optimistic about a collaboration with Holly Hill Hospital to serve the needs of people experiencing mental health crises.

Raleigh police to partner with troubled mental health facility

North Carolina Democrats blasted Republicans on the North Carolina Supreme Court Thursday for ruling that Justice Phil Berger Jr. should not have to remove himself from a case concerning his father, Republican Senate leader Phil Berger Sr.

NC Democratic leaders call on GOP Supreme Court justice to recuse himself from case

Phil Berger Jr.

WRAL Specialists

Wrong code on your car's registration could cost you

How fall can be a more affordable time to travel

How traveling in the offseason can save you money

5 On Your Side restaurants ratings: Don Ramon's Taco Shop and La Isla Del Mar  

5 On Your Side

Audio recording from 2022 reveals apparent confession connected to Blake Deven murder case

38-year-old man arrested after fatal shooting of woman in Wilson

WRAL Investigates delays in a Medicaid upgrade costing taxpayers and impacting patients

How Vermont is testing school buildings for PCBs

Investigations

Psychological safety: A requirement for performance-driven cultures

Mike Walden: How much control does the president have over US economy?

NC State lands NEH grant for new center focusing on AI Ethics

WRAL TechWire

Stock market today: Wall Street tumbles on worries about the economy, and Dow drops more than 600

Parexel to relocate global headquarters to North Hills in Raleigh

Strikes start at top hotel chains as housekeepers seek higher wages and daily room cleaning work

'Deadpool' tops charts yet again as 'Reagan' beats expectations on sluggish Labor Day weekend

Business

Powerball

Mega Millions

Cash 5

4 ways your pet helps your health

Family

Wake County Public Libraries debuts new library card designs

Embrace self-compassion: Stop being held captive by your pain

Cheaper gas expected for Labor Day, end of record-breaking summer travel season

North Carolina asks for forever chemicals to be designated hazardous air pollutants

Top Amazon Deals: Electric Cordless Spin Scrubber for shower only $22.07, Large Orthopedic Foam Dog Bed only $19.99, Hanes Sweatshirt only $8.42 (53% off)

SmartShopper

Wendy's Boo! Books are back with 5 free Jr. Frosty coupons for only $1

Have a birthday this month? Sign up for all the restaurant and retail freebies!

Hls Therapeutics Inc (TSX: HLS )

Price and Volume

Chart

Price Performance